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Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: AudiobookHub Recommendation
Chapter 2: David Cameron had a traditional upbringing.
Chapter 3: As head of the Conservative Party, Cameron sought to modernize a deeply out-of-touch institution.
Chapter 4: Cameron wasn’t only a politician — he’s also a proud family man.
Chapter 5: Cameron considered the Queen a great support and the Royal Family very gracious, accommodating hosts.
Chapter 6: At the 2015 general election, Cameron corrected earlier errors and concentrated relentlessly on strict message discipline.
Chapter 7: Cameron pledged a Brexit referendum, mirroring long-standing unease over Britain’s membership in the EU.
Chapter 8: Immigration became a major political issue and a central focus of Cameron’s renegotiation efforts.
Chapter 9: Cameron worked tirelessly to reshape Britain’s relationship with the EU and maintained that the agreement he secured was good.
Chapter 10: Throughout the referendum battle, the Remain side faced the brazen populism put forward by Leave.
Chapter 11: For Cameron, a Leave win also meant departing 10 Downing Street.
Description
In For the Record (2019), David Cameron gives a behind-the-scenes account of his life, career, and time as prime minister. He opens up about his upper-class upbringing, his school life, and his family. He describes how he tried to push the Conservative Party toward a more modern outlook on the world and reflects on the decisions that led to Britain’s vote to leave the European Union.
Who Should Listen
- Political animals
- Anyone who wants to understand why Brexit happened
- Modern Conservatives